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Dedicated to a life of selflessness, Mother Teresa is remembered all over the world for her care of those less fortunate, whether sick or poor. Her famous wisdom included "Do ordinary things with extraordinary love." and "We fear the future because we are wasting the today."
This compilation contains 100 of Mother Teresa's most celebrated quotes and is ideal for those needing a bit more inspiration in their everyday life.
Mother Teresa, born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, (1910-1997) was one of the 20th century's greatest-ever humanitarians, and her selfless work has been recognised all over the world.
She took her first vows as a nun in India in 1931 and went on to become the founder of the Order of the Missionaries of Charity, dedicated to helping the poor and the sick.
She received the Pope John XXIII Peace Prize in 1971, the Nehru Prize for promoting international peace and understanding in 1972, and in 1979 she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her humanitarian work. She was canonised in 2016 by Pope Francis. -
600 Mystical and Spiritual Quotations
Confucius, Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King, Mahatma Gandhi, Buddha, Dalai Lama
- Saga egmont
- 1 Avril 2022
- 9782821179066
While `600 Mystical and Spiritual Quotations' is a superb book for dipping in and out of, it also offers practical spiritual advice from six of the most forward-thinking minds of all time.
Ideal for self-reflection and personal improvement, these are more than just quotes; they can be tools through which to better yourself.
A welcome addition to any library or coffee table.
Mahatma Gandhi (1931 - 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE - 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism, in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism. Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 - 1474) started life as a shepherd, before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation.
Confucius (551 BCE - 479 BCE) was born in China. His profound teachings established Confucianism, which promotes personal and societal morality. Martin Luther King (1929 - 1969) was a Baptist minister, who became the most important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Mother Teresa (1910 - 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, who was canonised for her missionary work. -
300 Quotes from Inspiring Women
Mother Teresa, Jane Austen, Anne Frank
- Saga egmont
- 1 Avril 2022
- 9782821179059
`300 Quotes from Inspiring Women' is a collection of inspirational, humorous, and insightful quotes from women who have left an indelible mark on history with their bravery, wisdom, and selflessness.
This uplifting compilation includes memorable thoughts and words from Anne Frank, Jane Eyre, and Mother Teresa.
`300 Quotes from Inspiring Women' is ideal for those needing some extra motivation from three inspirational female figures.
Jane Austen (1775 -1817) was an English novelist, best-known for her novels ´Sense and Sensibility' (1811), `Pride and Prejudice' (1813), `Mansfield Park' (1814), and `Emma' (1816). Her work has been adapted for TV and film on many occasions, including the TV series `Sanditon'.
Anne Frank (1929 - 1945) was a German-Dutch jew who famously wrote a diary that detailed life in Holland under Nazi occupation, called `The Diary of a Young Girl'.
Mother Teresa (1910 -1997) was born in North Macedonia and became a Roman Catholic nun and missionary. She spent most of her life in India helping the poor and the sick and won the 1979 Nobel Peace Prize. -
500 Quotes from Peacemakers
Mother Teresa, Dalai Lama, Buddha, Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King
- Saga egmont
- 9 Juin 2022
- 9782821179301
Those who struggle to engender peace often have the greatest insights.
`500 Quotes from Peacemakers' is a collection of thoughts, reflections, and observations from some of the most important, peace-seeking figures in history.
Thoughtful and incisive, they are sure to provoke some stimulating conversation.
A superb read for those with an interest in getting a peek inside the minds of some of the world's greatest minds.
Mahatma Gandhi (1931 - 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE - 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism, in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism.
Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 - 1474) started life as a shepherd before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation. Martin Luther King (1929 - 1969) was a Baptist minister who became the most important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Mother Teresa (1910 - 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, who was canonised for her missionary work. -
500 Quotations of Great Wisdom
Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King, Marcus Aurelius, Mahatma Gandhi, Gautama Buddha
- Saga egmont
- 9 Juin 2022
- 9782821179257
While wisdom is something to be accrued through experience and knowledge, `500 Quotes of Great Wisdom' offers a shortcut.
Dipping into the minds of some of the most revered thinkers of all time, this book is packed with insights, reflections, and observations sure to inspire and stimulate thought.
A superb gift for anyone with an inquiring mind.
Mahatma Gandhi (1931 - 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE - 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism.
Martin Luther King (1929 - 1969) was a Baptist minister who became the most important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Mother Teresa (1910 - 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun who was canonised for her missionary work. One of the pioneers of Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius (121 - 180) was a Roman emperor and a revered philosopher. -
400 Quotes to See the World Differently
Mother Teresa, Bruce Lee, Leonardo Da Vinci, Dalai Lama
- Saga egmont
- 9 Juin 2022
- 9782821179202
`400 Quotes to See the World Differently' gives you the opportunity to step inside the heads of some of the world's most exceptional minds and see things from their points of view.
With quotes from saints, philosophers, artists, inventors, and even martial arts experts, it's sure to promote some interesting conversations.
A superb book for dipping in and out of, it makes a great gift for those with inquiring souls.
Mother Teresa (1910 - 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, who was canonised for her missionary work. Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 - 1474) started life as a shepherd before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation.
Leonardo da Vinci (1452 - 1519) was born in Italy and, among other things, was an artist, inventor, scientist, and sculptor, who is best known for painting the `Mona Lisa.' Li Jun Fan (1940 - 1973) is better known as Bruce Lee. A little-known fact about the star of films such as `Enter the Dragon' and `Fists of Fury' is that he majored in drama and philosophy, which influenced much of his martial artwork.
